Chapter 72

Sitting in the carriage and looking at the familiar scenery, Zhang Xiaohua felt like she was in a dream. This was the third time she had taken this road today. However, her second brother, Zhang Xiaohu, was not in the carriage this time. Looking at Qiu Tong sitting beside her, she felt even more amazed by the mysteries of fate.

If the thief had not stolen Qiu Tong's money pouch in the morning, if she had not run too slowly and had not recovered the emerald green money pouch, if she had not met this Elder Sister Qiu Tong, she would be on the carriage back to Lu Town now.

After all, the escort agency and the Misty School did not want her. She could not possibly hold up her second brother's future here.

Thinking of Zhang Xiaohu, Zhang Xiaohua's lips curled into a smile. Her second brother had originally wanted to explore the world in Ping Yang City. She did not expect him to be dragged here to learn martial arts. His aptitude had even been praised by a martial arts master. It was only a matter of time before he learned martial arts. Fate made fools of people.

Qiu Tong saw that Zhang Xiaohua's eyes were blurry and couldn't help but ask with concern, "Xiaohua, are you tired? If you're tired, then take a nap. When you see the young miss later, you must be alert."

Zhang Xiaohua smiled and said, "I'm fine, Elder Sister Qiu Tong. I just feel that my arms are a little sore and I can't exert any strength. I'm not tired. Usually, I work from morning to night in the fields and I don't feel tired. Of course, I won't feel tired now."

Qiu Tong looked at Zhang Xiaohua lovingly and said, "Looking at you is like looking at my younger brother. However, he is a student and can't endure hardships like you. The heavens have pity on you. You have to work in the fields at such a young age. It must be hard on you."

Zhang Xiaohua shook her head disapprovingly and said, "Elder Sister, you don't know if you haven't worked in the fields. In the countryside, if you don't work in the fields and plant crops, you won't be able to eat. All the boys in the family have to work in the fields when they reach a certain age. I'm not the only one. I'm already used to it.

However, Qiu Tong, who was overflowing with motherly love, didn't think too much about it. She felt that this Zhang Xiaohua was a replica of her younger brother. Zhang Xiaohua had suffered enough in the countryside. Now that he was under her wing, she had to ensure that he had a stable life. The love in her eyes intensified.

Suddenly, Zhang Xiaohua seemed to have thought of something and asked, "That's right, Jiejie, you just said that Miss wanted to see me in a while. Who is that?

Is there anything I need to pay attention to? "

When Qiu Tong heard this, she smiled and said, "Young Mistress is the Manor Lord of our Huan Xi Manor. She treats us very well, so you don't have to pay too much attention to her. You just have to respectfully say some good things about her. Young Mistress has always been kind. She will definitely take you in when she sees a little strong man like you."

When Zhang Xiaohua heard the word 'take you in', she couldn't help but feel uneasy again. After all, she was still a teenager. Although her state of mind was mature, she had been rejected again and again today. Although she didn't have the blindness of entering the world, the confidence in her heart had also diminished. However, this was a process of maturity after all. It was inevitable that she would sharpen herself in the cruelty of reality and find a balance from her uneasiness.

The carriage still took the same road as it did in the morning. However, when it reached a junction, it didn't go forward to the main road of the Misty Mountain Villa. Instead, it turned to a small road on the right. There were many people living on the side of the small road. At this moment, it was already dusk and smoke was everywhere. For a moment, Zhang Xiaohua actually felt that she was in the Guozhuang House.

The carriage walked for a while and passed through many small alleys. Suddenly, a large square appeared in front of them. There were many trees planted around the square and it was very lush. Directly in front of it was a door bigger than the one of the Lotus Escort Agency. On both sides of the door were two stone lions, which looked more mighty than the stone lions of the Lotus Escort Agency. The red painted door was not open and no one was standing there. There was a black plaque above the door, just like the Escort Agency. There were also four words on it. Unfortunately, Zhang Xiaohua only knew the two words "Manor". She guessed that this was the Huan Xi Manor.

Sure enough, Qiu Tong whispered to Zhang Xiaohua, "Xiaohua, this is our Huan Xi Manor."

At this time, Zhang Xiaohua's heart skipped a beat. She asked, "Sister Qiu Tong, our Huan Xi Manor is so close to the Misty Mountain Villa. Do we have any relationship with the Misty Mountain Villa?"

Qiu Tong looked at Zhang Xiaohua and said, "I didn't expect your thoughts to be so meticulous. When you really stay in the Manor, I will naturally tell you. However, I can't say it now."

When Zhang Xiaohua heard this, she didn't ask further. In fact, she was secretly cursing in her heart, "What relationship can we have? We are so close. Hehe, are you bullying me because I am a child?"

In fact, even Zhang Xiaohua didn't think about it at this time. Why did she think so much? And according to Qiu Tong, how did she know so much? If it was her a year ago, would she still be able to obtain as much information from clues as she did now?

The carriage sped to the main gate of the Manor, but it didn't stop. Instead, it turned left in front of the gate and continued forward along the high wall. After a while, it stopped at a corner gate. Although it was called a corner gate, it was very big. At least four carriages could pass through it. There were guards at this corner gate. The guard was very familiar with Qiu Tong. He looked at the things in the carriage and asked about Zhang Xiaohua. He waved his hand and let the carriage in.

Zhang Xiaohua had never entered the Manor before. She thought that she would have to get off the carriage after entering the gate. However, the carriage didn't seem to have any intention of stopping. It went on for a long time, passing by many farmlands, forests, and even ponds before stopping in front of a small circular gate.

Qiu Tong gestured for Zhang Xiaohua to get off the carriage. Then, the carriage went straight away.

Walking through the small circular door, it was a completely different world inside. In the courtyard, there was a huge shelf covered with green plants. The leaves were triangular and moved with the wind. Under the shelf, there was a stone table and stone stools. In the corner of the courtyard, there was a pond. Looking from afar, there were some red and green fish swimming in it. On the right side of the courtyard, there was a row of more than ten houses. They looked even bigger than Mr. Liu's house in Baligou. On the left side, there was an empty space. There were some stone locks, weapons, and other things. It was probably the place where they usually practiced martial arts. In front of them was a circular door, but they did not know where it led to.

Qiu Tong led Zhang Xiaohua into the courtyard. She pointed at the stone bench under the shelf and said, "Xiaohua, sit down and rest for a while. I'll go and report to the Miss now. I'll bring you to see her later."

Zhang Xiaohua nodded in agreement. He placed his small bag on the stone table and sat down. Qiu Tong saw him sit down and smiled at him. Then, she walked past the small circular door in front of them. After a few turns, she disappeared from his sight.

Zhang Xiaohua sat on the bench and waited. After a while, she still didn't see Qiu Tong return. She got a little impatient and stood up. She walked around, looking at the unknown plants on the shelf and the small fish swimming in the pond. In the end, she walked over to the weapons. She picked up a knife from the shelf and slashed it twice. Then, she picked up a spear and stabbed it twice. Zhang Xiaohua also fiddled with a few other weapons that she didn't know the names of.

Just as Zhang Xiaohua was fiddling with the weapons with great interest, she suddenly heard a cough. Then, someone said sternly, "Put the weapons there. Don't touch them."

Zhang Xiaohua was so frightened that she quickly put the hammer-like thing back on the shelf. Then, she turned around and saw a tall, red-faced old man standing by the small gate. He was about fifty years old and had a white beard and hair. He stood there with an air of authority.

The old man strode over and asked sternly, "Whose child are you? What are you doing here?"

When he got closer, Zhang Xiaohua saw that the old man's left sleeve was tucked at his waist. Only his right hand was exposed. He was actually an old man with only one arm.

Zhang Xiaohua quickly replied, "My name is Zhang Xiaohua. Big Sister Qiu Tong brought me here. She said she wanted me to plant herbs."

The old man was even angrier when he heard her. He stomped his foot and said, "What is this Qiu Tong doing? She brought a child here. How strong can she be to do farm work?"

After speaking, he didn't wait for Zhang Xiaohua to reply. He turned around and walked through the small gate. Like Qiu Tong, he also disappeared after a few turns.

Only Zhang Xiaohua was left standing under the shelf, confused.

But this time, he didn't dare to move around blindly. He sat down obediently and counted the ants on the ground.

Qiu Tong left Zhang Xiaohua in the courtyard while she entered the inner gate. She passed through several courtyards, gardens, and corridors before arriving at a rather large courtyard with red walls. If Zhang Xiaohua had been following behind Qiu Tong, she would have gotten lost long ago. She would have been overwhelmed by the scenery.

Across the courtyard was a large hall. The doors and windows of the hall were carved with beautiful patterns. It was very beautiful. The sky wasn't completely dark yet, but the hall was lit. There were a few tables and chairs in the hall. There were also some decorations, all of which were very ornate. There was even an incense burner in the corner. The smoke from the incense drifted up, filling the hall with a faint fragrance.

Qiu Tong entered the hall. Seeing that there was no one, she went to the side room. Still, there was no one. She had no choice but to go out and search elsewhere.

Not long after, Qiu Tong accompanied a girl in her twenties through the door. The girl was dressed in a red robe commonly seen in the jianghu. A sword hung at her waist. Her black hair was casually curled and draped over her shoulders. Her skin was very fair and smooth. She had a pair of phoenix eyes and beautiful eyebrows. She looked very valiant and didn't have the weakness of an ordinary girl. She was probably the Manor Lord of Huan Xi Manor.

The girl asked as she walked, "What's wrong?

You didn't find anyone familiar?

But you can't find someone who's new here.

How can you bring someone to the manor without knowing their background? "

Although it was a reproachful tone, it didn't sound like she was angry.

Qiu Tong smiled and said, "My good Miss, are you still worried about Qiu Tong?

Moreover, Third Uncle Qu didn't stop me. He knows the severity of the matter. Why would he recommend someone to me if he wasn't 655% sure? "

When the girl entered the hall, Qiu Tong carefully poured a cup of water for her and continued, "Moreover, his second brother is also in the Lotus Escort Agency. The Lotus Escort Agency will definitely investigate their house. If there's anything unusual, they'll naturally find out. Moreover, this little fellow is very interesting."

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